The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG HSM and the Nikon 24-70mm f2.8G ED for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Nikon 24-70mm f2.8G ED is the longer of the two lenses at 133mm. The Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG HSM with a length of 95mm, is 38mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG HSM has a larger diameter of 89mm compared to the Nikon 24-70mm f2.8G ED's 83mm diameter.
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG HSM weighs 790g, which means it is 110g (12%) lighter than the Nikon 24-70mm f2.8G ED which has a weight of 900g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Standard Zoom Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for size comparison purposes.
Standard Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
The Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG HSM has a filter size of 82mm whereas the Nikon 24-70mm f2.8G ED has a 77mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 82mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG HSM:
And these are the 77mm filters that we recommend for the Nikon 24-70mm f2.8G ED:
Lens Mounts
Both the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG HSM and the Nikon 24-70mm f2.8G ED has the same Nikon F (FX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon F (FX) lenses are Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500.
Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG HSM is also available in Canon EF , Pentax KAF3, Sony Alpha and Sigma SA mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
24-70mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.